Today’s episode comes from our 2025 Q4 Short Drama Forum, featuring Lucas Zhang, CEO & Founder of Daogu Entertainment and co-founder of Dramago.

Lucas has been at the forefront of China’s short-drama evolution — from live-action vertical series to AI-powered motion comics — and his teams have worked across the full pipeline: writing, production, post, distribution, and long-tail monetization.

In this conversation, he breaks down:

• what truly differentiates short dramas from traditional film & TV
• the rise of AI motion comics and their global potential
• future opportunities for creators, platforms, and IP owners

Lucas also shares candid insights on user acquisition, long-tail revenue, translation markets, and why AI is becoming an essential tool — not a threat — for short-drama creators.

Let’s dive in.

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